Residential Plumbing Permit (including Water Heater) in Havre, Montana
VerifiedRequired for plumbing work anywhere in Havre (city limits) and Hill County, including new water heater installation/replacement. Because Havre is NOT plumbing-certified, this permit is issued directly by the Montana Department of Labor & Industry Building Codes Bureau (Helena) under the 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code, not the city.
Verified 2026-07-02 · Source
When you need this permit
- Application must be signed by the Master Plumber and include Master Plumber License Number
- Accurate location and owner information required for permitting; property address, county, and whether the job is located inside city limits must be indicated
- Type of Building (Single Family, Multiple Family, Commercial/Public, Accessory Building) and Type of Work (New, Alteration/Addition) must be indicated
- Sewer Service Type (Public Sewer System or Septic System) and Potable Water Source (Potable Water Source or Public Utility) must be indicated
- Apply in accordance with Title 50, Chapter 60, Section 505, MCA and ARM 24.301.301 and ARM 24.301.361
Required documents
- Required
Application for Plumbing Permit
Montana Building Codes Bureau statewide form (BCP-1, Rev. 10/2019); mailed with payment to Building Codes Bureau, PO Box 200517, Helena, MT 59620-0517, or filed online via ebiz.mt.gov
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Gray water system, commercial or residential | $60 | Montana Building Codes Bureau, Application for Plumbing Permit (BCP-1, Rev. 10/2019), Fee Schedule |
| Repair or alteration of drainage or vent piping | $30 | Application for Plumbing Permit (BCP-1, Rev. 10/2019), Fee Schedule |
| Alteration or repair of water piping and/or treatment | $30 | Application for Plumbing Permit (BCP-1, Rev. 10/2019), Fee Schedule |
| Each connection of building water supply to water service/public utility or private well | $20 | Application for Plumbing Permit (BCP-1, Rev. 10/2019), Fee Schedule |
| Each connection of building drain to sewer system/public or septic | $20 | Application for Plumbing Permit (BCP-1, Rev. 10/2019), Fee Schedule |
| Each NEW water heater (or replacement) | $25 | Application for Plumbing Permit (BCP-1, Rev. 10/2019), Fee Schedule |
| Each storm drain and storm drainage | $30 | Application for Plumbing Permit (BCP-1, Rev. 10/2019), Fee Schedule |
| Each lawn sprinkler, fire protection system, any meter, or backflow protection device | $30 | Application for Plumbing Permit (BCP-1, Rev. 10/2019), Fee Schedule |
| Each hose bibb, vacuum, breaker, and/or backflow device | $6 | Application for Plumbing Permit (BCP-1, Rev. 10/2019), Fee Schedule |
| Each industrial water pre-treatment equipment including its drainage and vent | $30 | Application for Plumbing Permit (BCP-1, Rev. 10/2019), Fee Schedule |
| Each plumbing fixture or trap (bath tub, lavatory, shower, water closet, kitchen sink, etc.) | $10 per fixture/trap | Application for Plumbing Permit (BCP-1, Rev. 10/2019), Fee Schedule |
Review timeline
~1–5 business days
Typical estimate — confirm current times with the Havre building department
Inspection process
Tips
- Plumbing permits in Havre are issued by the STATE Building Codes Bureau in Helena, not the city — mail applications and payment to PO Box 200517, Helena, MT 59620-0517, or apply online at ebiz.mt.gov.
- A straightforward water heater replacement is a flat $25 state fee — no separate fixture count applies unless additional fixtures are also being added.
- Master Plumber signature and license number are required fields on the application.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a permit to replace a water heater in Havre?
- Yes. Water heater installation or replacement requires a state Plumbing Permit for $25, issued by the Montana Building Codes Bureau (not the city), since Havre is not plumbing-certified. Apply by mail to PO Box 200517, Helena, MT 59620-0517, or online at ebiz.mt.gov.
- Who issues plumbing permits in Havre?
- The Montana Department of Labor & Industry Building Codes Bureau issues plumbing permits for all of Havre and Hill County under the 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code — the city itself is not certified for plumbing.
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-02.
- City of Havre Public Works Department (Building Division) — city-certified for Building permits only; Electrical, Plumbing, and Mechanical permits are issued directly by the Montana Department of Labor & Industry Building Codes Bureau — official building department
- Application for Plumbing Permit (PDF, BCP-1, Rev. 10/2019)
- Montana Building Codes Bureau — Plumbing Permits
- Montana Building Codes Bureau — Certified Local Government Building Code Jurisdictions list
Fees, timelines, and adopted codes are researched from each jurisdiction's published records — see how we verify. Requirements change and vary by project, so always confirm the current details with the Havre building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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